BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) – Weaverville Police Chief Ron Davis is ready to call it a career.
After five years as chief of the Weaverville Police Department and more than 30 years of work in public safety, Davis will retire at the end of March, according to a press release from the town.
“The decision to retire comes after much thought and consideration about my career, my unequivocal confidence in our department, and my strong desire to spend more time with my wonderful family,” said Davis. “I want to express my deepest gratitude for the privilege of being able to work with the Town Manager and the exceptional team of professionals Manager Coffey has assembled. I cannot be prouder of the officers and employees at the Weaverville Police Department. It has indeed been the honor of my life.”
In a news release, Weaverville Town Manager Selena Coffey commended Davis for the professionalism, leadership and integrity he showed as chief.
“Not only did Chief Davis implement new and improved law enforcement practices, but he strengthened an environment of trust and comradery within the Weaverville Police Department during his tenure,” said Coffey.
The town has already prepared a plan for who will assume the role of chief after Davis retires. Coffey said the plan will be shared at a later date.
